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OpenAI limits GPT-5.6 rollout after government request, says restrictions shouldn’t be the norm
“We don’t believe this kind of government access process should become the long-term default,” says OpenAI. “It keeps the best tools from users, developers, enterprises, cyber defenders, and global partners who need them.”
TL;DR
- OpenAI is limiting the release of its new GPT-5.6 AI models (Sol, Terra, Luna) to a small group of trusted partners at the U.S. government's request.
- The government's request is part of increasing pressure on AI companies to restrict advanced systems, following a previous incident with Anthropic's model.
- Concerns exist about the government's power over AI model releases and the lack of clearly defined safety standards, potentially leading to launch delays and impacting the AI race.
- OpenAI stated that this government access process should not be the long-term default, as it limits access for users and partners.
- GPT-5.6 Sol is OpenAI's most powerful model yet, with enhanced capabilities in coding, biology, and cybersecurity, and improved security features.
- OpenAI plans broader availability of GPT-5.6 models soon through ChatGPT, Codex, and the API, with tiered pricing for Sol, Terra, and Luna.